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Arcadia Cottages Day Spa - Olinda  

Relax and be pampered enjoying treatments ranging from Massage, Facials, Body Scrubs, Wraps and Day Treatments in Arcadia Cottages Day Spa Centre. Opposite the National Rhododendron Gardens and surrounded by National Parks, Arcadia's Day Spa compl ...

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Acacia Ridge - Yarra Glen  

Acacia Ridge is set in the beautiful Yarra Valley with outstanding views across rolling hills and distant blue mountains - a stunning "Fred Williams" landscape! The property was planted in 1997. The original plan was to sell fruit to the larger w ...

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Alfred Nicholas Gardens - Sherbrooke  

The many linking paths through this garden take you beneath a canopy of the awesome mountain ash trees of the Dandenong Ranges. The garden was part of the historic Burnham Beeches Estate, home of Alfred Nicholas, developer of the Aspro formula. It is ...

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Aura Vale Lake Park - Selby  

This system prevents polluted water from entering Cardinia Reservoir and affecting the quality of our drinking water. Things to see and do * Have a picnic or barbecue * The lake has become a popular venue for boating activities such as sailb ...

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Australian Rainbow Trout Farm - Macclesfield  

It has never been easier for all members of the family to catch a fish! A variety of experiences are available: * Catch plate size rainbow trout or 1 - 3 kg whoppers in our graded ponds * Catch Atlantic Salmon in a special pond * Tr ...

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Bianchet Winery - Lilydale  

"Bianchet is one of the first wineries you will come across if you are taking the traditional route out of Melbourne, and it is well worth a visit. Included in the white wines are Chardonnay, Gewurtztraminer, and the unique Verduzzo. Among the reds, ...

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Blue Hills Berries & Cherries - Silvan  

Blue Hills Orchards also known as Blue Hills Berries and Cherries is nestled in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges near the Silvan Reservoir, which has a beautiful picnic area. Silvan is renowned for its fruit, flowers and rich red soil. Owne ...

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Bulong Estate, Winery, Cellar Door and Restaurant - Yarra Junction  

Bulong Estate is a family owned and run vineyard, winery and restaurant. The 33 hectare vineyard is situated on the outskirts of the township of Yarra Junction in the upper reaches of the Yarra Valley one of Australia s premium wine regions. The si ...

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Bunyip State Park - Gembrook  

Visitors to Bunyip State Park are able to explore and experience the Park's rugged bush setting through a range of activities such as: * Picnic lunch at Mortimer or Dyers Picnic Ground or at Tomahawk Creek * Explore the Four Brothers Rocks. Go mo ...

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Burrinja Gallery & Arts Centre - Upwey  

Burrinja is located just five minutes from Puffing Billy in Belgrave. Burrinja Gallery is one of the most stunning and unusual galleries in Melbourne. It provides a unique view of contemporary and traditional Australian art that is both fascinating a ...

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Cathedral Range State Park - Taggerty  

Due to current or recent fires, parks and reserves in the following areas have been closed (correct at 11 February 2009): * Kinglake National Park * Toorourrong Reservoir Park * Cathedral Range State Park * Lake Eildon National Park * Y ...

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Churchill National Park - Rowville  

Churchill National Park at Rowville in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs is a remnant of natural bush and an example of the original landscape before clearing and settlement. Although most of the park is open regrowth woodland, there are small areas ...

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Coldstream Brewery - Coldstream  

The original brainchild of 4 local friends, Coldstream Brewery opened its doors to beer lovers & diners in June 2007. The restaurant & bar are housed in a charming old brick building in the heart of Coldstream, the gateway to the beautiful Yarra ...

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Coldstream Hills - Coldstream  

"Coldstream Hills is the creation of James Halliday, Australia's doyen of wine writing (and just about everything else to do with wine). James is still around to offer a consulting hand at the winery, although he no longer owns the property. The cell ...

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Cuckoo Restaurant - Olinda  

Open nearly every day of the year, The Cuckoo offers a delectable smorgasbord in a warm family atmosphere with quality entertainment. The Cuckoo offers an abundance of food to satisfy any gourmet. The delicious smorgasbord is prepared by first c ...

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Dandenong Ranges National Park - Belgrave  

In 1987 Sherbrooke Forest, Doongalla Reserve and Ferntree Gully National Park were combined to form Dandenong Ranges National Park. Covering 3215 hectares, the park plays an important role in protecting a population of famous lyrebirds and other faun ...

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De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate - Dixons Creek  

De Bortoli Wines Pty Ltd was established in 1928, four years after the founder, Vittorio De Bortoli and his wife Giuseppina migrated to Australia from Northern Italy. He settled within the Riverina area in country NSW and established one of Austr ...

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Domaine Chandon - Coldstream  

Everybody knew the Yarra had arrived when the French giant Moet & Chandon set up stumps at this magnificent site right in the middle of the Valley. Everything here is classy and elegant from the roses in the vineyard to the tours of the facilitie ...

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Dominique Portet - Coldstream  

"The affable Dominique Portet is a household name in Victorian wine. He can be found at his winery and cellar door in the heart of the lovely Yarra Valley. The place has a slightly Provencale feel and plans for a terrace caf serving light snacks wil ...

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Elmswood Estate - Wandin North  

"This is one of the most beautiful vineyards in Victoria. Well-kept manicured gardens and lovely trees frame a breathtaking vista across a verdant valley to the rolling hills beyond. Picnic tables under a canopy of vines are an ideal place to rest an ...

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Evelyn County Estate - Kangaroo Ground  

An elegant contemporary building with a la carte dining upstairs and tasting room with casual grazing food downstairs set among the gentle hills and valleys on the Kangaroo Ground side of the Yarra Valley. There s a terrace for outside dining and ...

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Fergusson Winery & Restaurant - Yarra Glen  

The Fergusson vineyard lies among rising hills at the northern end of the Yarra Valley. The estate has been in the same family for more than 30 years and Louise Fergusson has kept to the tradition of wining and dining in her own welcoming style. ...

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Five Oaks Vineyard - Seville  

"Park your car under one of the 75 year-old oaks that gave this estate its name, and drink in the fresh air of the lovely Yarra Valley hill country. Five Oaks Estate has a modest and comfortable cellar door for tasting the wines, and for enjoying the ...

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George Tindale Memorial Gardens - Kallista  

The George Tindale Memorial Garden, only a one hour drive from Melbourne's city centre, is a unique collection of exotic plants set beneath a canopy of large mountain ash. It has become a popular destination for Melburnians and tourists alike. Th ...

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Gulf Station - Yarra Glen  

Gulf Station is one of the pioneer farms of the Yarra Valley. Its buildings date from the 1850 s and are the most complete group of solid, timber slab farm buildings surviving in Victoria. The original cottage garden has been restored using avail ...

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Healesville RSL - Healesville  

Healesville RSL, just 65 km north east of Melbourne at the eastern end of Healesville township in the heart of the Yarra Valley, Victoria's premier wine growing region. Features include the Light Horse Bistro with seating for 100 and a family ...

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Healesville Sanctuary - Healesville  

Healesville Sanctuary, Australia's premier wildlife park is nestled in the foothills of the Yarra Valley, just one hour from Melbourne. Koalas, dingoes, kangaroos and the unique platypus are just a few of the 200 species of Australian wildlife flouri ...

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Helen's Hill - Lilydale  

Truly great wine results from a partnership between the land and the people who nurture it. Helen's Hill Estate is a family-owned vineyard. The 5th generation to farm, the Nalder and McIntosh siblings and their families are passionate about produ ...

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Indulge Spa and Wellness Retreat - Dixons Creek  

Welcome to Indulge Spa and Wellness Retreat, a haven of peace and tranquillity in the heart of the Yarra Valley only one hour from Melbourne's CBD and Tullamarine Airport. Let our highly trained therapists totally indulge and pamper you with a un ...

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Japanese Day Spa - Montrose  

Offering Japanese Bathing Rituals, massage, traditional Japanese soaking tubs, Men only facials and Japanese deep cleansing facials, body wraps and scrubs. ...

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Kalorama Park - Kalorama  

Kalorama Park is bordered by lush temperate forest on the eastern side and Dandenong Ranges National Park to the north and south, both of which provide numerous walking opportunities. Things to see and do * Enjoy a relaxing picnic in the area ...

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Katandra Gardens - Australian Wildflower Garden - Wandin North  

Katandra Gardens, a magnificent eight acre garden, overlooking the panoramic Yarra Valley and distant ranges features one of Victoria's premier collections of Australian Wildflowers. One of 3 must-see gardens featured in the RHS UK journal and sh ...

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Kellybrook Winery and Restaurant - Wonga Park  

"Kellybrook is situated in gorgeous country rolling hills, bush, orchards, lush pastures and verdant vineyard on the Melbourne suburban fringe at Wonga Park. Despite its proximity to the city, Kellybrook is an eternity away from all that hustle a ...

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Kinglake National Park - Kinglake  

Things to Do * Tracks throughout the park enable you to plan a variety of short and long walks. The Lyrebird Track near the Masons Falls Picnic Area is suitable for people with limited mobility. * Visit Masons Falls, and the interpretive ...

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Kookaberry Berry Farm - Wandin North  

Kookaberry Strawberry Farm is a family run business, having grown gorgeous berries to tickle anyone s fancy for 32 years. Hubby Tony decided to come up with an idea of utilising the not so marketable berries by producing jams which wife Frances makes ...

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Koomba Park - Wantirna  

Koomba Park is the most northern of the parks which comprise the Dandenong Valley Parklands. It was opened in December 1981 and extends for 33 hectares between Boronia Road and Mountain Highway. Things to see and do Barbecues and picnics ...

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Kuranga Native Nursery and Paperbark Cafe - Mount Evelyn  

Kuranga Native Nursery has absolutely the largest range of Australian native plants... anywhere. Winner of a number of awards, including the Best Large Victorian Garden Centre in 2009 Yates Nursery and Garden Industry Awards, and finalist in the A ...

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Lake Mountain Alpine Resort - Marysville  

Lake Mountain will be open for snow season 2009! The Black Saturday fires caused significant damage to the resort, however the main building remains unscathed. With support from state and federal governments and with the commitment of Lake Mountai ...

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Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail - Lilydale  

With a backdrop of mountains, including the Dandenong and Yarra Ranges, this 38km trail passes through highly scenic landscapes that follow the Yarra River valley. Built in 1901, the railway line from Warburton once carried produce to Melbourne and d ...

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Lirralirra Estate - Chirnside Park  

Lirralirra is a tiny family owned winery at the Western end of the Yarra Valley less than an hour from Melbourne. We produce small quantities of premium wines using hand picked grapes from vines planted in 1981. The vineyard is planted with Semil ...

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Longridge Park Camp - Warrandyte  

Eastern Grey Kangaroos are frequently seen in the area and a quiet visitor may also spot platypus playing in the river. Cushioned between the Yarra River and the surrounding slopes, the river flats have been established as the perfect camping retreat ...

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Lysterfield Park - Lysterfield  

As well as being a beautiful spot to visit it offers opportunities for walking, horseriding, cycling, swimming and boating. Things to see and do * Relax and have lunch in the picnic ground under the shade of the spotted gums * Take one of the ...

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Mandala Wines - Dixons Creek  

Mandala Wines is the Yarra Valley s new wine and food destination. We are located on the Melba Highway in one of the Yarra Valley's most visited winery pockets. A Mandala is a circle which signifies the elements that comprise what is important i ...

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Maroondah Orchards - Coldstream  

We are growers and retailers of apples, pears, peaches and nectarines including nashi. Open weekends for sales of fruit and fresh juices, dried fruit products and preserves. Enquiries for wholesale pricing available on request. ...

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Maroondah Reservoir Park - Healesville  

The scenic attraction of the reservoir and European-style gardens has made it one of the most popular parks in Victoria. Things to see and do * Enjoy a picnic or a barbecue while watching the colourful parrots feeding * Follow the 3 kilometre ...

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McWilliam's Lillydale Estate - Seville  

Lillydale Estate has been part of the family-owned McWilliam's group since 1994, with Max McWilliam in charge of the Victorian arm of the family empire. The recently renovated restaurant is a lovely place to spend a few hours peacefully gazing over t ...

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Medhurst Wines - Gruyere  

Medhurst Wines is the realisation of the vision of Ross and Robyn Wilson to produce quality cool climate wines from their unique property in the Yarra Valley. The property represents one of the best vineyard sites and is also of exceptional bea ...

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Melbourne Skydive Centre - Yering  

We begin the day with a briefing with your tandem sky dive instructor. This includes what to expect and what you will see on the plane flight to height, in freefall, under canopy and upon landing. The briefing takes approximately 15 minutes. Our ...

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Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club - Scoresby  

The Melbourne Steam Traction Engine Club operates a vintage engine museum set in six hectares of parkland in the south eastern suburb of Scoresby. In all there are several hundred engines and related exhibits housed in a number of exhibition sheds ar ...

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Millers Dixons Creek Estate - Yarra Glen  

Graeme Miller is a pioneer of the 60s/70s rebirth of the Yarra Valley as a wine region. He established Chateau Yarinya at Dixons Creek in 1971 and was soon drawing attention to the region by winning major wine show awards, including the 1978 Jimmy Wa ...

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